Challenges of Adventure Female Tour Guide in Bali

Abstract

Abstract
Female adventure tour guides play a crucial role in ensuring tourists’ satisfaction during their visits tourist destinations. However, they encounter various challenges in their profession. This study aims to explore the challenges faced by female tour guides in Bali in their roles as adventure tour guides and the obstacles encountered during adventure activities, as well as strategies for overcoming these challenges. Employing a qualitative approach, this research utulizes phenomenological methods to delve into the experiences of female tour guides while leading adventure tours in Bali. Data collection methods include observation, interviews, questionnaires, and Criterion Sampling to select informants. The findings reveal that female adventure tour guides in Bali face several challenges in guiding adventure tours. Among the 17 informants surveyed, it was discovered that female adventure tour guides encounter multiple challenges, such as physical stamina, weather conditions, menstruation, tourists’ age, security concerns, and travel distance, all of which impact their performance in Bali.

Keywords: Adventure; Female Tour Guide; Challenge